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Soil Contamination and Health Risks
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Lead (Pb)
Neurological impairments, developmental delays, and kidney damage
Cadmium (Cd)
Kidney damage, skeletal damage, and respiratory irritation
Mercury (Hg)
Kidney damage, neurological disorders, and potential fetal development issues
Benzene
Bone marrow damage, anemia, leukemia, and immune system dysfunction
Arsenic (As)
Skin lesions, cardiovascular diseases, and increased risk of cancers
Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs)
Increased risk of cancer, cardiovascular disease, and poor fetal development
Asbestos
Lung diseases including asbestosis, mesothelioma, and lung cancer
Pesticides
Hormonal disruptions, cancer, and damage to the nervous system
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